Section: Weekly Update
Vaccine Movement As you make plans for Winter 2026, we wanted to reiterate that the updated guidance on vaccine movement, shared in Bulletin Issue 286 5th May 2026 and Issue 293: 22nd June 2026, relates to all vaccines. To confirm the movement of all vaccines (including Covid-19 and Flu) is not permitted outside of the […]
Shared Care in Somerset New Collective Action Update – from 1 July 2026, practices are asked to: Decline any new Shared Care Arrangements that are not supported by a locally commissioned formal agreement, adequate resourcing and clear clinical responsibilities. Review existing Shared Care Arrangements to ensure they remain safe, appropriately commissioned, and are supported by […]
National flu vaccination programme 2026/27 letter published August 2026 Seasonal vaccinations provider programme guide autumn/winter 26/27 The seasonal vaccinations programme provider guide for autumn/winter 26/27 is now available on FutureNHS. The guide brings together the key operational information required for providers to deliver the adult flu, COVID-19 and/or children’s flu programmes. All participating providers should […]
Covid and Flu Specifications for 2026 NHS England has published a joint COVID and flu specification for 2026. This moves the COVID vaccination programme to a practice level, removing the need for COVID vaccinations to be delivered via a PCN. However, practices will still be able to deliver just the flu programme. Seasonal Flu Programme […]
2nd September 2026 Summer Reads and Starting Afresh Most summers I try to read something worthwhile, either as a means of escape or something a little more thought-provoking. If you have already enjoyed a summer holiday, I hope you managed some rest and are feeling refreshed. If you are still looking forward to a late […]
Please follow this link to access all details of how to access SIDeR + How to use guides SIDeR + FAQs Shared Forms (care plans) SIDeR+ Roadmap Who are the Key Stakeholders SIDeR+ represents the second contract period with Technology Partner, Black Pear Software and runs from April 2024 to April 2029 with the ability […]
Contents Inclusive Care and Legal Obligations GP Responsibilities (GMS Contract) Local Support Pathway – NHS Somerset ICB and WellBN Changing Name and Gender on Medical Records Screening and Recall Guidance SNOMED Coding for Trans and Non-Binary Patients Update for Patients Under 18 (March 2025) Additional Resources Sullivan review: process change for re-assigning gender and […]